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Charlie

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The introduction (or opening) of a business report or proposal should always
 
  A) outline your conclusions or recommendations.
  B) list all the sources from which you draw information.
  C) provide a detailed description of your qualifications to write the report.
  D) indicate why the subject of the report is important.
  E) begin with a humorous anecdote.

Question 2

When you're writing a report, you can adapt to your intended audience by
 
  A) avoiding the you attitude.
  B) using technical jargon.
  C) using a format consistent with all other communications.
  D) using an informal style and tone.
  E) being sensitive to the audience's needs.



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: D
Explanation: D) Your introduction needs to put the report in context for the reader, introduce the subject, preview main ideas, and establish the tone of the document.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: E
Explanation: E) A successful report writer adapts to his or her audience by being sensitive to the audience's needs, building strong relationships with the audience, and controlling style and tone. In addition, reading lengthy, complex reports can be demanding; so, a successful writer will also maintain a you attitude when composing long messages.





 

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